About me

I have been Art Editor of Gambling Online Magazine since September 2006. When I joined the company I was given the responsibility of rebranding and redesigning the magazine for the UK market. I created a brand new logo, and designed templates to update the look of the magazine for the relaunch. I am fully responsible for all aspects of design and production for the magazine. This involves working closely with the editors and advertising department and commissioning illustrators, photographers and freelance designers to ensure all deadlines are met. I am also responsible for managing a junior designer and making sure they are hitting their deadlines and designing layouts to a high standard. I regularly liaise with printers regarding anything from pantone colours to print schedules. I am also responsible for the art budget, this includes managing image bank costs and comissioning of illustrators or photographers.

I have experience in directing photoshoots which I really enjoy. A large part of my graphic designdegree involved photography. The experience I gained of studio photography and directing photoshootshas helped me no end and provides me with a good understanding of image, light and composition. I have also had illustrations and photography printed in titles I have worked on. This has given me an in-depth knowledge of photoshop and Illustrator.